What are the final steps that must be taken before an executor can disburse any funds to an heir?
A. Executor Must Mail Out a Notice of Probate An executor must complete a Notice of Probate of Will within 60 days from the date of the probate of the will. Who: A written notice to: all beneficiaries named in will; spouse; heirs; next of kin What: This is a notice in writing stating A. the place and date of probate, B. the name and address of the personal representative, and C. a statement that a copy of the will be furnished upon request. Where, When & How: A proof of mailing of the above notice shall be filed with the Surrogate within 10 days after the mailing of the notice. When filing the proof of (Notice) Mailing, filing fee at the Surrogate’s is $5 per page. NOTE: If the names and addresses of any of these persons are not known, or cannot by reasonable inquiry be determined, then a notice of the probate of the will shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the county naming or identifying those persons as having a possible interest in the probate estate. If by
